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Examination Access Arrangements Assessments for Individuals
This page is for families, carers, or individuals aged 16+ seeking assessment SPECIFICALLY for examination access arrangements.
- Assessments are conducted by a qualified specialist assessor with a current CPT3A and EAA Level 7 certificate and is fully compliant with JCQ regulations.
- The assessor has up-to-date safeguarding training.
- The assessor attends annual trainings to ensure regulation updates are applied.
- Current DBS / ICPC are available to be viewed.
- Based on the access arrangements report generated the assessor will make recommendations for access arrangements.
Assessments may be used to support applications for access arrangements with:
- JCQ (Joint Council for Qualifications) these include the following qualifications (See here):
- AQA Applied General qualifications
- AQA Level 2 Certificate in Further Maths
- AQA Level 3 Certificate in Mathematical Studies
- BTEC Firsts, BTEC Nationals, BTEC Tech Awards and BTEC Level 2 Technicals
- Cambridge Nationals
- Cambridge Technicals
- GCE
- GCSE
- iGCSE
- OCR Level 3 Certificates
- T-Levels
- WJEC Level 1 and Level 2 General qualifications
- WJEC Level 1 and Level 2 Vocational qualifications
- WJEC Level 3 Applied qualifications.
- A Levels and International A Levels
- Functional Skills
- Cambridge International Examinations (CIE). See here
- International Baccalaureate (IB). See here
Which candidates:
- It is valuable to students who, over time, have demonstrated an area of academic need .e.g.
- reading speed,
- cognitive processing, cognitive fluency,
- short-term/working verbal/visual/verbal and visual memory,
- phonological awareness/memory,
- processing speed/rapid naming, visual processing speed, visual/motor processing etc,
- spelling, unrecognisable spellings,
- unrecognisable grammar, writing legibility, writing speed etc.
If you are homeschooling, the candidates examination centre will need to process an application. The Examination Centre, will need to be communicated with. You will need to find out their process and if they have an assessor and/or their process for working with an external assessor.
Please note: exam access arrangements (EAAs) are to support fair and equitable access to formal assessments.
- ONLY a school SENCo and Head of Centre can decide on which access arrangements to apply for and process.
- Access Arrangements Assessment scores can only be used by a school/centre IF the SENCo and Head of Centre agree this prior to assessment. This agreement is needed in writing, prior to booking.
- Access Arrangement scores support a candidates existing 'normal way of working' (NWOW).
- Normal way of working is a candidate's need reflected, over time, in lessons, assessments and school.
- Access Arrangements are a privilege and are put in place to support candidates who have sincere need.
Please note:
I am not a clinical psychologist and do not provide formal diagnoses. My psychometric assessments offer evidence-based indicators to support decision-making by schools, clinicians, and families. They help build a fuller picture of strengths, challenges, and support needs.
I am not a clinical psychologist and do not provide formal diagnoses. My psychometric assessments offer evidence-based indicators to support decision-making by schools, clinicians, and families. They help build a fuller picture of strengths, challenges, and support needs.
Examination Access Arrangements Assessments
This is a simple report for students experiencing persistent barriers to progress e.g. literacy, working memory, processing speed, or handwriting.
The scope of need is identified by the examination centre and written on what is called a 'Form 8', in Part 1 of the form.
This report can be used to:
- Contribute to an application for Exam Access Arrangements (EAA),
- Create an evidence base for future examination access arrangements.
As the assessor:
- I will need to communicate directly with the candidate's SENCo/ examination Head of Centre.
- I will need to receive a Form 8 with completed sections from the SENCo/examination Head of Centre, and
- I will need to complete Form 8, Section 2 with appropriate assessment scores and my credentials.
- Communications will be electronic or by video call
Includes:
- Selected assessments based on Form 8, Part 1 information provided by the SENCo / Head of Centre.
- SENCo / Head of Centre must provide evidence of candidates normal way of working (NWOW) over time.
- Ability and/or attainment testing based on candidate's documented history of need and normal way of working (NWOW).
- Immediate initial feedback on 'way of working during the assessments'.
- A report including scores and recommendations for examination access arrangements.
How and When?
- Face-to-face or remote delivery available (I strongly recommend face to face, but understand that sometimes remote is an only option)
- Written report within 1-2 weeks, shared electronically
Face-to-Face Assessment (Home or Agreed Venue)
- All students
- Assessments based on candidate’s profile
- Takes approximately 1-1.5 hours
Includes:
- The client (parent/carer/individual) must communicate with the SENCo / Head of Centre and facilitate introductions. Parents must inform the school of the assessment. Parents provide an email of introduction (template will be provided). The assessor will then communicate with the school ensuring you are cc'd to all communications.
- The process must be complete in one month from time of booking, unless otherwise agreed in writing.
Remote Assessment (Over Zoom) - this is not a preferred method
- Suitable for students aged 10+ with appropriate home setup, ONLY
- Parents must provide photographic evidence that the home setup meets shared requirements prior to assessment
- An accessible adult must be present in the home or venue at all times during the assessment.
- Parents must provide photographic evidence that the home setup meets shared requirements prior to assessment
- Conducted via a secure platform with prior preparation
- Requires adult supervision for under-18s (out of room, door open)
- Same outcomes as face-to-face assessment
Parent/Client Requirements:
- Reliable WiFi connection
- Quiet space with desk and suitable device
- Webcam, microphone, headphones
- Lined paper, pens, and any normal way of working tools (e.g. reading overlay, glasses)
Process
Important Deadlines:
- Parents/carers/individual must secure agreement in writing from SENCo and/or Head of Centre, prior to booking for Beautiful Brain's assessor to conduct assessments for examination access arrangements.
- The SENCo is responsible for sharing Form 8, Part 1, and evidence of candidates normal way of working (NWOW) over time, 3 weeks prior to assessment date.
Stages:
| Step | Stage | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pre-booking | Brief screening form to confirm suitability and requirements |
| 2 | Booking | £100 deposit required to reserve assessment date |
| 3 | Parent/Carer/Individual communications with Head of Centre | Parents/carers/individuals must secure agreement in writing from SENCo and/or Head of Centre, prior to booking. The SENCo is responsible for sharing Form 8, Part 1, and evidence of candidate’s normal way of working (NWOW) over time, 3 weeks prior to assessment date. |
| 4 | Preparation | History of need and ‘normal way of working’ (NWOW) is reviewed to further inform assessment selection. |
| 5 | Assessment Day | Agreed venue, approx. 1–1.5 hours including breaks |
| 6 | Post-assessment | Candidate’s work is marked-up, a brief report is written with recommendations. This is shared with client and SENCo. The SENCo and Head of Centre agree examination access arrangements to be applied for. Form 8 Part 2 is completed by the assessor. The Centre then processes the application and informs client and/or student of decisions and outcomes. |
| 7 | Optional Follow-up Consultation | Verbal summary and full written report within 2–3 weeks |
Information to Gather Before Assessment
To ensure a full and accurate profile can be built, parents/carers are encouraged to gather and share the following information where available:
- Record of attendance
- Written agreement to assess provided by examination centre
- Full name of candidate as shown on passport or official ID
- Copy of candidate’s birth certificate or passport (used for confirming identity on reports)
- List of subjects to be examined
Click here to: Read More About Specialist Assessments.
Fees
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| Category | Cost |
|---|---|
| Total Fee | £150* |
| Deposit | £100 |
| Balance | £50 |
| * + Transport Costs (if applicable) |
Note: Reports are not released until full payment is received.
If the booking is cancelled after the deposit has been paid, the deposit may be retained as, in whole or part, for services completed. This covers the time already spent preparing for the assessment, administrative setup, tool selection and the appointment slot that has been reserved and held exclusively for your child.
* International client terms of payment differ.
As the assessor I do not influence the application process other than through the report's recommendations.
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Please note: exam access arrangements (EAAs) are to support fair and equitable access to formal assessments.
- ONLY a school SENCo can decide on which access arrangements to apply for and process.
- Access Arrangements Assessment scores can only be used by a school/centre IF the SENCo and Head of Centre agree this prior to assessment. This agreement is needed in writing.
- The centre's Exam Officer in agreement with the SENCo and Head of Centre apply for access arrangements. This is at the centre's discretion.
Note: Reports are not released until full payment is received.
If the booking is cancelled after the deposit has been paid, the deposit may be retained as, in whole or part, for services completed. This covers the time already spent preparing for the assessment, administrative setup, tool selection and the appointment slot that has been reserved and held exclusively for your child.
* International client fees and terms of payment differ.